The Naval Forces West (NFW) has confirmed that on April 14, joint Philippine and US forces successfully performed this year's "Balikatan" amphibious raid practice in Palawan.
NFW Chief Commodore Alan M. Javier stated in a statement Saturday that the exercise took place near the beachhead of Barangay Samariñana in Brooke's Point, Palawan.
"Following the arrival of the surface assets in Palawan (on April 14), an amphibious raid exercise was performed at the beachhead of Barangay Samariñana, Brooke’s Point, Palawan," he added.
This fleet-marine capacity was demonstrated by several units, including the BRP Jose Rizal (FF-150), the BRP Tarlac (LD-601), amphibious assault vehicles, a marine amphibious ready unit, and marine reservists.
Meanwhile, the US forces used their force reconnaissance platoon.
The Philippine Navy's resolve to safeguard national sovereignty, security, and stability is reinforced by the successful performance of the amphibious raid in the Balikatan," 38–23.
This year's "Balikatan" began on April 11 and will conclude on April 28.
